CHECK SPRING

 

Description: This function checks spring elements for unconnected ends.  If unconnected elements are found, a mass value can be entered to create mass elements at the free ends automatically.

 

Usage:

 

1.  VPG prompts:

>   CHECK FOR NON-ZERO LENGTH SPRINGS? (Y/N)

 

YES

  This will identify all spring elements that are non-zero length and give the user the option of placing these elements in a new part.

>XX NON-ZERO LENTH SPRINGS FOUND. INCLUDE ELEMENTS IN NEW PART? (Y/N)

 

2.  If the user selects (Y), the elements detected will be placed in a new part named ¡°NON-ZERO¡±. If NO, the function is terminated.

 

3.  VPG prompts:

>   CONTINUE TO CHECK FOR LOOSE CONNECTION? (Y/N)

  Selecting YES will cause VPG to check for spring elements that are not connected to at least one other beam/spring/shell or solid element.  Selecting NO will terminate the function.